AAPT Registration will be located on the 1st floor Houston Hall (3417 Spruce Street). You must come to registration and pick-up your materials before attending any workshops, sessions or committee meetings.

• Weather and Dress - The average daily temperature in Philadelphia during the conference is expected to be between 85 – 95 degrees. Attire for the conference is casual and of course it never hurts to carry an umbrella. Meeting rooms can be chilly, so a sweater is recommended. Don’t forget to pack your most comfortable shoes since a lot of walking will be required.

• Airport Transportation: In baggage claim at each terminal, there is a ground transportation desk. The attendant will assist you in connecting with the Lady Liberty shuttle (approximately $10). A taxi stand is located outside of the baggage claim at each terminal (approximately $30). SEPTA Regional Rail Airport Line connects all airport terminals with 30th Street Amtrak Station ($7).

• Workshops: You must come to registration before heading to your weekend workshop. All workshops will held in David Rittenhouse Labs (209 S 33rd Street/at Walnut). A number of workshops are still available for registration.

• Exhibit Hall: The exhibit hall will be located in Houston Hall on two separate floors. Hall one is located on the ground level in the Hall of Flags and Hall two on the first floor in the Bodek Lounge. Join on Sunday from 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. for the opening reception and of course come back for morning coffee and muffins, an afternoon snack and a chance to win a Kindle or Nook.

SM12 Theme - Physics: The Experimental Core -

The AAPT 2012 Summer meeting will take place in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, home of the first great American experimental physicist, Ben Franklin. Physics is an experimental science. Encouraging and empowering the next generation to embrace the art of experimentation that lies at the core of physics, will ensure that our field remains vibrant and alive.

Join us on Monday, July 30 for High School Physics Teacher’s Day, with a special rate available for first time H.S. Teachers. Click here to register